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Low voltage asynchronous motors IEC motors with squirrel-cage rotor

Low voltage asynchronous motors IEC motors with squirrel-cage rotor
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Low voltage asynchronous motors IEC motors with squirrel-cage rotor

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Introduction
This document provides a comprehensive overview of low voltage asynchronous motors with squirrel-cage rotors, emphasizing energy efficiency and environmental consciousness. VEM Group offers a variety of motors, including standard, energy-saving, non-ventilated, forced-ventilated, and built-in motors, all adhering to international standards and regulations.
Technical Explanations
The motors comply with international standards such as IEC and DIN, covering performance, efficiency, cooling, protection, and noise limits. Certifications for North American markets (UL and CSA), China (CCC), and Russia (GOST-R) are discussed.
Motor Types
  • Standard Motors: Versatile and reliable, designed for high efficiency and universal applications.
  • Energy Saving Motors: Compliant with CEMEP and EPAct standards, focusing on high efficiency and reduced energy consumption.
  • Non-Ventilated and Forced-Ventilated Motors: Designed for specific applications where ventilation is a concern.
  • Built-in Motors: Integrated into larger systems for compact industrial solutions.
Specifications
The document outlines specifications for motors, including protection against water penetration, recommended storage conditions, and suitability for tropical areas. Operating temperature ranges from -20°C to +40°C, with installation altitudes up to 1,000 meters.
Cooling and Ventilation
Motors are equipped with radial fans for independent cooling. Low-noise fans are available for certain models, and installation requires maintaining a minimum distance from the fan cover to the wall.
Materials and Construction
Materials for fans and covers include plastic, sheet steel, and cast aluminum alloy. The motor rating plate provides essential design data, typically marked in German and English.
Vibration and Balancing
Permissible vibration intensities are specified, with recommended values for different levels. Anti-friction bearings have a rated lifetime of at least 20,000 hours, with guidelines for lubrication and relubrication intervals.
Installation and Loading
Guidelines for motor installation include relubrication intervals and permissible shaft end loading, with formulas for calculating forces.
Technical Explanations for LV Asynchronous Motors
  • Bearing Control: Temperature sensors and vibration detectors are used for monitoring.
  • Insulated Bearings: Used in motors designed for inverter operation to prevent damage from shaft voltage.
  • Shaft Ends: Specifications for centring borings and feather key ways are provided.
  • Noise Behaviour: Noise measurements follow DIN EN ISO 3741 standards.
  • Winding and Insulation: High-grade materials are used for insulation, suitable for voltages up to 725 V.
Duty Types and Cycles
Various duty types (S1 to S10) are defined, considering thermal and mechanical conditions. Each type specifies operation cycles, load periods, and rest periods.
Motor Selection Data
Detailed specifications for three-phase motors, including power, torque, efficiency, and other electrical characteristics, are provided.
Technical Specifications
Specifications for low voltage asynchronous motors include rated output, sizes, material, insulation, protection, cooling, operating temperature, altitude, and voltage.
Energy Efficiency
Motors are designed for high efficiency, complying with CEMEP and EPAct standards, operating in continuous duty mode with a thermal class of 155 and degree of protection IP 55.
Documentation and Options
Each motor comes with an operation and maintenance manual, connection diagram, and safety data sheet. Options for modifications and tolerances are available.
Technical Units and Conversions
Conversions and formulae for technical units of measurement in SI units are provided, covering power, work, force, torque, pressure, temperature, and moment of inertia.
Operating Characteristics
Operating characteristics of motors, including torque behavior and starting current, are discussed, with figures for torque characteristics in squirrel-cage and slip-ring motors.
Specifications and Standards
Specifications for asynchronous motors focus on efficiency, torque, and speed characteristics, referencing standards such as DIN EN 60034-12 and DIN EN 60034-8.
Motor Selection and Duty Types
Guidelines for selecting motors for different duty types are provided, with emphasis on power demand, operating mode, and environmental conditions.
Starting and Braking Methods
Various starting and braking methods for squirrel-cage motors are described, including direct starting, star-delta starting, soft starters, and frequency converters.
Key Considerations
Thermal loads, torque overloads, and specific characteristics of motors and braking systems are highlighted, with recommendations for consulting manufacturers for specific motor characteristics.
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Low voltage asynchronous motors EC motors with squirrel-cage rotor Standard motors Energy saving motors CEMEP Energy saving motors EPAct Non-ventilated motors Forced-ventilated motors Built-in motors

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Low voltage asynchronous motors EC motors with squirrel-cage rotor Standard motors Energy saving motors CEMEP Energy saving motors EPAct Non-ventilated motors Forced-ventilated motors Built-in motors Low voltage three-phase asynchronous motors

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Contents Contents 7 1 Technical explanations 11 2 Standard motors 59 3 Energy saving motors CEMEP 121 4 Energy saving motors EPAct 127 5 Non-ventilated motors 133 6 Forced-ventilated motors 139 7 Built-in motors 145 8 Dimensions 151 9 Spare parts 223 10 Annex 229 11 Introduction The products featured in this catalogue can also be found in the interactive electronic catalogue V 5.2. Additional information about the company and the products of the VEM Group are available via internet: www.vem-group.com. The electronic catalogue can assist you in selecting and configuring VEM products. You can choose...

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Introduction Introduction Innovative drives made in Germany has completely stopped producing motors in efficiency class eff 3. We assist customers in the energy-conscious operation of plants and systems as a contribution to environmental protection and saving overheads. Our quality assurance is certified and monitored by Germanischer Lloyd Certification GmbH, Hamburg pursuant to DIN EN ISO 9001:2000, and by IBExU Institut für Sicherheitstechnik GmbH, designated body no. 0637 pursuant to Article 10(1) of RL 94/9/EG. More than standard products LV Asynchronous motors | IEC motors with squirrel-cage...

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Technical explanations

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Technical explanations Technical explanations Technical explanations Standards and regulations The motors comply with the relevant standards and regulations, particularly with the following: Standards and regulations 13 Design efficiency and power factor 22 Progressive coordination of output 14 Restarting during residual field and phase opposition 23 Design version 14 Motor protection 23 Degree of protection 15 Duty types 23 Cooling and ventilation 15 Pole-changing motors 28 Rating plate 15 Energy saving motors as specified in CEMEP 28 Type designation 16 Energy saving motors as specified in...

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Technical explanations Technical explanations CSA approval According to the regulations of the “Canadian Standard Association” (CSA), the motors of type series K11R are in the frame size range 56 to 315 approved for rated voltages up to 690 V. They are designated accordingly on the rating plate with the logo shown. Components to be attached or built in must also be listed by CSA or manufactured in accordance with the approval. Explosion-proof motors are subject neither to a UL, cULus nor CSA approval. Motors with legally imposed minimum efficiencies are subject to additional regulations. See...

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Technical explanations Technical explanations also indicated on the rating plate or an additional plate. The rating plates are fastened on the housing with grooved drive studs and cannot be lost. They may be made of aluminium or stainless steel (extra price). For additional plates it will be required to consult the manufacturer. Types of construction The most frequently used types of construction are shown in the following table. Other types of construction on request. The type of construction is designated on the nameplate according to Code I, DIN EN 60034-7. Standard motors in sizes 56 – 200...

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Technical explanations Vibration behaviour and balancing Bearings having a relubrication device should be relubricated through the lubrication nipple with the motor running and observing the quantity of grease specified The permissible vibration intensities of electrical motors are specified in DIN EN 60034-14. The vibration intensity level A (normal, without designation on the rating plate) is achieved or improved by VEM motors in the basic verVibration intensity level A B Shaft height H Motors installation Free suspension Rigid mounting Free suspension Rigid mounting seff [µm] 25 21 11 - sion....

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Technical explanations Bearing control For controlling the condition of the bearings the motors may be equipped with temperature sensors, shock pulse and vibration detectors or prepared for such equipment. The temperature sensors mounted to the bearing points may be of type PT100 which can be of two-, three- or four-wire circuit design. These can be connected either in the main connection box or in separate additional boxes which are fixed to the main terminal box or motor housing depending on construction. The wear monitoring function for the anti-friction bearings as of frame size 132 may be...

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Technical explanations Technical explanations Rated output Restarting during residual field and phase opposition The rated output applies to continuous operation as specified in DIN EN 60034-1, related to a coolant temperature of 40 °C and an altitude of ≤ 1000 m above sea level, operating frequency 50 Hz and rated voltage. The series K11R /K21R and K10R /K20R have thermal reserves that enable the following type-dependent continuous loads: – up to 10 % above the rated output at 40 °C coolant temperature – rated output up to 50 °C coolant temperature – rated output at an installation altitude...

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